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American football embraces the Lingerie League

It used to be that the only flesh showing on the field in American football was the pigskin. Then came cheerleaders, beer and hot-dogs to quicken spectators’ heart-rates.

Now fans - male ones at least - are looking forward to the ultimate in fantasy football with the creation of the all-female Lingerie League, featuring maximum glamour and minimum clothing.

In a move that has inflamed anti-sexism lobbyists but set pulses racing in the stands, the testosterone-pumped action for which American football is traditionally known will be replaced by more seductive scenes as women’s teams compete in just their underwear, protective helmets and pastel-shaded shoulder pads.

But organisers say that anyone expecting dainty moves and half-baked sporting action should think again; players will be getting down…